Roofing

One of our recent EHT projects was a DIY “roof-over,” in which we covered an existing single layer of three-tab asphalt roof shingles with architectural shingles. In roofing, the term “architectural” generally means the shingle has a three-dimensional design and construction. A true architectural shingle will have more than one thickness to provide enhanced […]

Checked on the condition of your asphalt roof lately? GAF sent me these tips for an early winter inspection. — M. Weber Is your roof ready for Santa and his sleigh? Our homes’ first measure of protection against rain and snow is the roof. New Jersey based GAF, North America’s largest Roofing Manufacturer, has six […]

Our friends at GAF, North America’s largest Roofing Manufacturer based in New Jersey, offers these tips for how to get your roof ready for the cold winter. 1. Start off by checking the roof framing structure to make sure it is not compromised. Visually scan the roof for any sagging or uneven […]

One of EHT‘s most recent projects was a complete roof tear-off and replacement job, using synthetic shake roofing from DaVinci Roofscapes. You’ll be finding the complete feature story in an upcoming issue of Extreme How-To, but for the time being I wanted to share a few photos from the job. It really is a beautiful […]